The Beautiful Things That Heaven Bears

Daring Narration Elevates Mengestu's Debut

Written byDinaw Mengestu

Narrated byDion Graham

Length6h52m

Release dateOctober 23, 2008

GenreLiterature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction

Languageenglish

★★★★★ 4.2 (3 ratings)

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Author	Dinaw Mengestu
Narrator	Dion Graham
Runtime	6h52m
Published	October 23, 2008
Rating	★★★★★ 4.2 / 5 (3 ratings)
Categories	Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction, Political, Historical Fiction, World Literature
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Experience the vivid tapestry of a Washington D.C. neighborhood through the skilled lens of Ethiopian émigré Dinaw Mengestu. His debut novel, 'The Beautiful Things That Heaven Bears,' captures the raw essence of memory and change with poignant insight. Narrated by Dion Graham, this audiobook brings Mengestu's prose to life with an unmistakable authenticity that makes each spoken word feel like a personal discovery. The narrative is both swift and insightful, weaving past and present in a way that feels as fresh as it is resonant.

Tags: literary fictionethiopian authordubious changesneighborhood dramamemory

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Expert narration by Dion Graham brings every character and scene to life across 6h52m of immersive audio.
Bestseller-quality story from Dinaw Mengestu, rated 4.2 stars by 3 listeners.
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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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Dion Graham’s narration is the standout feature of this audiobook. His deep, controlled voice manages to convey the weight of history while maintaining a sense of fluidity that keeps the narrative moving at an engaging pace. The story centers around the changing landscape of a D.C. neighborhood in the ‘70s and its impact on the lives of its inhabitants. Mengestu’s writing is beautifully crafted, painting intricate portraits of his characters' inner worlds. However, some scenes feel slightly disjointed, as if they could benefit from a bit more cohesion to fully capture their intended emotion. Nonetheless, the overall experience is compelling, and Graham’s performance makes this audiobook an essential listen for fans of literary fiction.

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